The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has approved pre-specified time slots for contracts traded in the Term Ahead Market (TAM), Green Term Ahead Market (G-TAM), and High Price Term Ahead Market (HP-TAM) on power exchanges. The Commission has adopted a national-level framework based on solar and non-solar hours instead of region-specific peak and off-peak slots….
Grid Controller of India Limited (Grid-India) has released a draft procedure for assessing the utilization of inter-state transmission network capacity by power generators, buyers, and energy storage systems. The proposal aims to improve the efficient use of transmission infrastructure and prevent the locking up of network capacity without actual usage. Issued on May 8, 2026,…
Grid Controller of India Limited (GRID-INDIA) has released a detailed discussion paper on “Grid-Forming Technology and Possible Applications in the Indian Power System,” prepared by the National Load Despatch Centre (NLDC). The document reviews grid-forming (GFM) inverter technology, compares it with the currently used grid-following (GFL) systems, and invites stakeholder comments until 28 February 2026….
The National Load Despatch Centre (NLDC) of Grid Controller of India Limited (Grid-India) has released a consultation paper setting out how Automatic Generation Control (AGC) can be extended to Renewable Energy Generating Stations (REGS), Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Pumped Storage Plants (PSP). Issued on 31 December 2025, the document captures learnings from pilot…
Grid-India has released a draft procedure to govern scheduling, metering, accounting, deviation settlement, transmission charge waivers, and Renewable Energy Certificate mechanisms for Energy Storage Systems, including battery storage and pumped storage projects. The draft, dated August 6, 2025, seeks to create a standard operational framework for projects linked to the Interstate Transmission System. Under the…
The interregional electricity transfer in India grew 7.8% year-on-year in the first half (H1: April to September) of FY25, reaching 134,714 MU (million units), up from 123,918 MU in H1FY24, according to Grid Controller of India Ltd (GRID-INDIA). Key Highlights: WR-NR transfers: Exports from the Western Region (WR) to the Northern Region (NR) surged by…